Translation guide
In Japanese, 'eyelash extensions' is commonly referred to using the loanword まつげエクステンション or its abbreviation まつエク. The term refers to the cosmetic procedure of attaching synthetic fibers to natural lashes.
Referring to the beauty treatment where synthetic lashes are attached to natural lashes.
The full loanword from English, widely understood in beauty contexts.
まつげエクステンションを初めてつけました。
I got eyelash extensions for the first time.
Common abbreviation of まつげエクステンション, used in casual conversation and advertising.
Another common abbreviation, slightly less common than まつエク but still widely recognized.
まつげエクステのサロンを探しています。
I'm looking for an eyelash extension salon.
まつエクをしている友達が増えています。
More and more of my friends are getting eyelash extensions.